March 19, 2019
Thanks, W.S. Merwin
W.S. Merwin, whose poems about the fragility of the natural world and the horrors of the Vietnam War earned him … Read More “Thanks, W.S. Merwin”
Category: Death
February 1, 2019
Ignite 2/1/19
“Life is a great surprise,” said Vladimir Nabokov, “I do not see why death should not be an even greater … Read More “Ignite 2/1/19”
January 18, 2019
Winter Sleep
Yesterday, much-loved poet Mary Oliver died of lymphoma. She was 83. As NPR posted in its obituary, “Oliver won many … Read More “Winter Sleep”
January 16, 2019
The Light Within You
This Spark and Spitfire post introduces a new regular feature and category — Sparks — thoughts, excerpts, rants, etc. — inspired by … Read More “The Light Within You”
January 11, 2019
None of It Mattered
Two days ago, I witnessed a heartbreaking tragedy unfold on Facebook. I still can’t shake it. A month ago yesterday, … Read More “None of It Mattered”
January 6, 2019
Grief Lessens
Today is the Feast of the Epiphany, a Christian holiday celebrating the revelation of God the Son as a human … Read More “Grief Lessens”
December 10, 2018
Little Blue Dreamer
Ten years ago today, my beloved feline, Isaac, left this sweet world. I miss him. He was such a good … Read More “Little Blue Dreamer”
November 1, 2018
Aglow — All Saint’s Day 2018
Today is All Saint’s Day — a Christian festival in honor of all the saints, known and unknown. This year, … Read More “Aglow — All Saint’s Day 2018”
October 24, 2018
This Little Light
My mother has been on my mind and heart a lot lately. Like me, her favorite season was Fall; a … Read More “This Little Light”
October 9, 2018
A Blackbird’s Song
Did the song of a blackbird bring comfort to my dying friend? ***** “A blackbird’s song can’t stop disease, but … Read More “A Blackbird’s Song”